Chicago Election News Today

Chicago voters will be asked to decide whether to allow the City Council to assess new property tax transfer levies as part of an effort to combat homelessness.

WHEN A CITY PLAGUED BY CRIME VOTES FOR MORE CRIME. It was another weekend of violence and disorder in Chicago. "At least 32 shot, 8 fatally, in weekend violence across city," read one headline on the WLS-TV news website. Another headline said, "15 arrested in connection with Loop chaos after 2 teens shot." That story went on to report that a "large disturbance," more accurately a small riot, took place in the citys downtown area. Videos of the incident showed crowds...

One week after Election Day, Brian Comer has conceded to Timmy Knudsen in the 43rd Ward race, representing Lincoln Park, Old Town and the Gold Coast.

The 2024 Democratic National Convention will be held at United Center and McCormick Place in Chicago.

More Chicago election results by ward have come in. Cornell Dantzler conceded to Ronnie Mosley in the 21st Ward.

Voting as never been easier and more accessible in Chicago, yet, only 35% of city residents voted in Tuesday's runoff election.

On Election Night, Chicago chose one of CTU's own: Brandon Johnson, a former Chicago Public Schools teacher and paid CTU organizer.

New 49th Ward Alderwoman Leni Manna-Hoppenworth and newly-elected 46th Ward Alderwoman Angela Clay look to work for a better Chicago.

Brandon Johnson, the next mayor of Chicago, met with Lori Lightfoot Thursday to begin the transition of power.

Alderman Chris Taliaferro is facing CB Johnson in the race for the 29th Ward after the former Chicago police officer almost avoided a runoff.